*In [[Greece|Greek mythology]], "[[w:Harpy|Harpies]]" were monsters that were part woman, part [[chicken]]. They were also known as "[[Snatchers]]". In modern times, "harpy" is a unsavory term for a female.

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*In [[Greece|Greek mythology]], "[[w:Harpy|Harpies]]" were monsters that were part woman, part [[chicken]]. They were also known as "[[Snatchers]]". In modern times, "harpy" is an unsavory term for a female.

The Harpies playing robes are dark green with a gold talon emblazoned on the chest. They are unique among Quidditch teams in that they only hire women to play for them. With the exception of Valmai Morgan, all known members of the team have either first or last names that begin with the letter 'G'.

The Harpies played Puddlemere United at Ilkey Moor. Wands were confiscated at the gates, as crowd trouble was anticpated. Many fans handed over dummy wands, however. Puddlemere's Chaser Wilda Griffiths disappeared midway through the match. A riot broke out and fans of both sides used their wands. Gwenog Jones was held in custody after the game.